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Old 08-04-2018, 11:24 AM
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Default Hall of Famers that were great bunters?
I have a Tony Gwynn (1985 Donruss) that depicts Gwynn bunting. Was he considered a tremenous bunter?



What HOF'er's were superb at laying down bunts?
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Mantle had many bunt hits I believe. Carew too.
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The first one I think of is Nellie Fox.

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I've read that before injuries took their toll on Mickey Mantle, he was the best drag bunter in the major leagues. I've also read about Mr. Fox's prowess at bunting; he was terrific. --- Brian Powell
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I've read that before injuries took their toll on Mickey Mantle, he was the best drag bunter in the major leagues. I've also read about Mr. Fox's prowess at bunting; he was terrific. --- Brian Powell
I know what you mean and I agree about Mantle, but like the Baltimore Chop, the drag bunt has fallen on lean times.

For those unaware there was no "dress" requirement for a drag bunter.
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Rod Carew was a great bunter as was Pete Rose. I remember people talking about how accurate Lee Mazzilli was at bunting. I also think Ichiro was pretty handy at it.
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Best one I've ever seen is Rod Carew.

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Though not quite a HOFer, Brett Butler's name should always be mentioned when discussing great bunters.
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From what I understand Phil Rizzuto was a great bunter.

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When I think of bunting, the name Willie Keeler immediately jumps to mind.

“Keeler could bunt any time he chose,” Honus Wagner remembered.


"Hit 'em where they ain't. Or, bunt."
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From what I understand Phil Rizzuto was a great bunter.

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Exhibit A, Scooter's '53 Bowman.


More of the same? I give you HARMful Bunting:

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